The Mumbai Crime Branch has recorded the statement of IIT Bombay professor Suryanarayan Doolla in connection with the death of student Sahil Wakode, with the professor denying all allegations levelled against him.
Investigators have also questioned students, faculty members and staff connected with the case.
The agency had earlier taken over the probe from Powai Police and has been examining digital and other evidence.
Family alleges caste-based harassment
Following his death, his family alleged that he had faced caste-based harassment and mental harassment at the institute. They also named Professor Doolla among those against whom they raised allegations. The Mumbai Crime Branch is investigating the allegations as part of its probe into the student’s death. Meanwhile investigation remains underway.
The Mumbai Crime Branch is expected to examine Doolla’s statement alongside those of other individuals questioned in the case, as well as the evidence collected during the investigation.
